Artists Benefit From a Classical Education

I'm at point where I feel my career needs a jolt; I need to challenge myself further. I think the best way to do this is through reeducating myself in something I've always been interested in. I think that answer lies in classical education. In this video I make the argument that a classical education would be valuable to an artist. What do you think?
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[@scarletgiry3958]

Thank you for this video, it touches on something I've struggled to express for a while. As a young, aspiring actress myself it didn't take me very long to realize that my education was lacking something. Reading older plays, I always find myself taken aback by the language and expression and the thrill that can be experienced when watching/listening to a performer with a mastery over the language. But I wonder what it would take to achieve that myself? Really being able to understand and appreciate poetry? Understand rhetoric? I'm drawn to it but intimidated by how much of a mental task it is, just how far back do you have to go in terms of basics? (I hope this makes sense)

[@julianrmunds]

Absolutely, your comment makes perfect sense and touches on a crucial aspect of artistic development. There are indeed structured reading lists and curriculums designed to guide individuals in these pursuits. Two notable examples are the Harvard Classics and the Great Books of the Western World.
The Harvard Classics, also known as Dr. Eliot's Five Foot Shelf, is a 51-volume anthology of classic works from world literature, philosophy, history, and more. Compiled by Charles W. Eliot, it aims to provide a comprehensive education in literature and thought.
The Great Books of the Western World is another extensive collection, curated by Mortimer J. Adler and others. This set includes works that are considered foundational to Western culture and thought, covering literature, science, philosophy, and more. It’s designed to provide a deep understanding of the great ideas that have shaped Western civilization.
Both collections are excellent starting points for developing a mastery of language, rhetoric, and poetic appreciation. They provide not only the content but also the context and commentary needed to understand and appreciate these works fully. Engaging with these texts will undoubtedly help you in your journey to become a more skilled and expressive actress.

[@scarletgiry3958]

@@julianrmunds Thank you so much for this, I appreciate the references.

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[@julianrmunds]

Thank you!